CV Surgeon Exoskeleton in US
Rochester, MN
The aim of this project is to explore the utility of exoskeletons as a way of mitigating work-related back and neck musculoskeletal pain resulting from increased physical workload and fatigue in vascular and endovascular surgeons. Specifically, this project will assess the ability of passive exoskeletons to reduce the muscular demand and pain associated with quasi-static awkward postures assumed by surgeons while performing operations. Also, the influence of using exoskeletons on surgical task dexterity will be evaluated.